The District 14 office will continue to monitor and answer concerns and emails received, although the 601 W. Jefferson St. office and the Southwest Government Center offices are not open to the public.
You can contact us by calling 502-574-1114 and leaving a voicemail or email Cindi.Fowler@LouisvilleKy.gov
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Councilwoman Fowler would like to thank everyone who is serving or has served in the armed forces this Veterans Day.
More than courage is needed to risk your life for your country. It takes commitment, caring, and deep personal strength. It takes the heart of a hero. Thank you.
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The influenza (flu) shot is a flu vaccine given with a needle, usually in the arm. Seasonal flu shots protect against the three or four influenza viruses that research suggests may be most common during the upcoming season.
Click here to see the CDC recommendations for this season's flu shot in this time of the Covid-19
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The IRS has determined that there are thousands of individuals in Jefferson County who are eligible for the IRS Economic Impact Payment (stimulus payment) but who have not yet received this payment. The deadline for tax “non-filers” to apply for the payment is Saturday, November 21.
More information can be found here.
For questions, please contact the Legal Aid Society at (502) 584-1254
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Kentucky Shakespeare’s 2020 annual spring parks tour was canceled due to COVID-19 but was remounted for one performance only, filmed on the Central Park stage in August, made possible by Louisville Metro Council Members and LG&E. The production is now available at this link for District 14 residents to view, and it has also been delivered to district schools for viewing.
Link to view: https://youtu.be/X9apT_MIdh0
Sponsored by: LG&E and KU Foundation
ABOUT THE PRODUCTION: With a small cast, compact sets, and simple tour costumes, the story of the Danish prince set on the path of revenge by his father's ghost comes to life in an intimate performance style.
Crystian Wiltshire plays the title role in this production. He's joined by the talented ensemble cast of Jon Becraft, Jennice Butler, Gregory Maupin, Tesse McShane, Mollie Murk, Tyler Rosenblatt, and Tyler Tate. Associate Artistic Director Amy Attaway directs.
The 90-minute video will be available for viewing through the end of December.
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Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) meal sites will undergo several scheduling changes in November in observance of holidays:
- The new evening pick-up time will be 3 - 5 p.m. instead of 4 - 6 p.m. at the eight sites currently offering evening meal distribution:
- Butler Traditional High School
- Carrithers Middle School
- Eastern High School
- Greathouse Shryock Traditional Elementary School
- Male High School
- Seneca High School
- Valley High School
- Westport Middle School
- Roosevelt-Perry Elementary School will resume evening pick up on Tuesday, Nov. 10.
- Farnsley Elementary School will no longer offer evening meals.
On Thursday, Nov. 19, JCPS Nutritional Services will distribute a special Thanksgiving meal and on Tuesday, Nov. 24, families will receive five of each meal for every child to cover them for the holiday break.
Since Sept. 1, the 130 meal sites at schools across the district have served an average of 16,800 children each Tuesday and Thursday. The number of children served has steadily increased each week.
Click here for a list of schools distributing meals from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday
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Take advantage of this opportunity to properly dispose of unwanted tires. Any Kentucky resident is eligible to participate in this event EXCEPT tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling facilities.
November 5, 6, 7, 2020 Thursday & Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Saturday, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. 1030 Phillips Lane, across from KY Exposition Center
Tires must be separated by type prior to arrival.
Accepted:
- Tires on or off rim
- Truck, light truck, and passenger
- Tractor and farm implement
- Bicycle, motorcycle, golf cart, ATV
Not Accepted:
- Foam filled
- Calcium filled
- Off road construction
- Rubber tracks
- Solid tires with or without press on rims
- Any tires generated outside of KY
- Tires from tire retailers, scrap/salvage yards, and recycling businesses
Questions? Call Pete Flood at 574-3290 or email pete.flood@louisvilleky.gov.
https://louisvilleky.gov/government/public-works/waste-tire-collection-event
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Mowing over leaves to mulch them back into your lawn is a great option for reducing waste. Mulching not only returns vital nutrients to the soil, but experts say that it can help your grass grow even better the following year!
Of course, residents with yard waste collection can also set them out in containers or paper bags. And all Louisville Metro residents will have the option to dispose of them for free at one of three drop-off sites beginning Tuesday, November 10.
Metro Public Works is offering a free leaf drop-off service November 10 through December 12. Drop-off will not be available on November 26 and 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Only loose leaves will be accepted. Containers used to bring leaves to the drop-off sites must be disposed of off-site by residents.
Leaf drop off sites:
- Public Works Yard, 10500 Lower River Road (enter from Bethany Lane) Tuesday – Saturday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Public Works East District Operations Center, 595 North Hubbards Lane Tuesday – Saturday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Waste Reduction Center, 636 Meriwether Avenue Tuesday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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The following is a list of permits and notices from Louisville Metro public works for lane and sidewalk closures, utility cuts, street closures and oversize load notices in the Metro area.
9602 Yarmouth Ct. - Permit #PW-REP-20-03759 - LG&E Work Description: Excavation, Lane Closure, Utility Cut - Close both sides of the road but not simultaneously to remove steel gas service. Permit is valid until November 3rd.
5301 Alicante Ln. - Permit #PW-REP-20-04289 - LG&E Work Description: Excavation, Lane Closure, Utility Cut - Close both sides of the road but not simultaneously to remove gas service. Permit is valid until December 5th.
13413 Snowden - Permit #PW-REP-20-04423 - LG&E Work Description: WORK BTWN HORNCASTLE WAY AND DEAD END WITH WORK ON SNOWDEN WAY. CLOSE BOTH SIDES OF THE ROAD BUT NOT SIMULTANEOUSLY TO REMOVE GAS SERVICE. 5-2'X4'DIRT CUT TO PERFORM THE WORK. Permit is valid until December 20th.
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Who should get tested for COVID-19?
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Anyone who has symptoms: fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, muscle pain, headache, new loss of taste or smell, vomiting or diarrhea, sore throat, congestion or runny nose. Contact your healthcare provider about scheduling a test.
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Testing for people who do not have symptoms (asymptomatic) including:
- Persons without symptoms who have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive. Consider getting tested during your 14 day quarantine if you do not develop symptoms.
- Healthcare facility workers, workers in congregate living settings, and first responders without symptoms.
- Residents in long-term care facilities or other congregate living settings, including prisons and shelters, without symptoms
- People without symptoms who have been in large gatherings where social distancing was difficult and you do not know if you were in close contact with a positive case.
- For all testing please follow instructions to call ahead or pre-register for the testing site.
To see a complete list of testing sites throughout Jefferson County, follow this link.
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Southwest Community Ministries is currently overwhelmed with families who have never needed assistance before but are running out of household and hygiene products! They are asking for help from members of the community, youth groups, or anyone willing to donate.
If you would prefer to give food donations, items such as ravioli, ramen, fruit cups, canned meats, soups, and peanut butter crackers are always good options. Things like Ensure and pull top lids are good for seniors as well!
Needed Household Items:
- Toilet Paper
- Paper Towels
- Bleach
- Laundry and Dish Soap
- Any Cleaning Supply
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Razors
- Comb/Brush
- Tooth Brush
- Tooth Paste
- Adult Diapers
- Female Personal Care Items
Items can be dropped off at the Ministry (8504 Terry Rd.) Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please call (502) 935-0310.
Donations can also be made by visiting SouthwestCommunityMinistries.org/donate.
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At the Waste Reduction Center, Louisville/Jefferson County residents can dispose of tires, household bulky waste such as metals, appliances, electronics, tree limbs and stumps up to three feet in diameter, unbagged yard waste, construction debris, and furniture.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Appointments available Tuesday - Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Up to three household bulky items per day may be dropped off at no charge. Bulky loads or drop-offs exceeding three items will be charged according to the fee schedule - CASH ONLY.
Examples of single items
- Up to 4 passenger tires*
- One appliance
- One large household item such as mattress, box spring, sofa or chair
*No more than 4 tires will be accepted for free drop-off at one time regardless of the number of other items
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Today, the average life expectancy is at a record high of 79 years, As we get older, even the most independent among us may experience physical declines or financial hardship that strips away their independence. Add to that an increase in geographic mobility of our families, and the result is millions of seniors left behind, hungry and alone.
9 out of 10 say Meals on Wheels helps them live independently!
How can you help? Volunteers are always needed! Call (502) 935-0310 to learn more. They serve seniors in 40258, 40272, and 40117.
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